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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tokyo: Sushi, Hibachi, and Buffet leased the former Hooters space on Rogers Avenue today + renovations are pending with no opening date set, while the site is near the soon-to-open Bass Pro Shop entrance. Southwest Times Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith baseball team lost 17-2 against No. 2 Pittsburg State at home on Saturday, Feb. 28, leaving them 0-4 in the series; the second game is set for 1 p.m. today at Crowder Field. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville West's girls basketball team capped its best season in school history with a win at Fort Smith Southside, marking a milestone in the competitive 6A-West conference. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Alma defeated Siloam Springs in the 5A-West season finale at Panther Activity Center on Feb. 27. The win left Siloam Springs without a playoff spot despite having much at stake. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Jessie Mendenhall scored 25 points on Friday night to help Hackett Lady Hornets beat Hector 66+49 in Mountainburg, marking a key moment in her senior season. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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Save a Life II Pickleball Tournament
March 6-8, Pickleball Tournament at the Hangout. Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles. All Skill levels and ages
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Medal Madness Race Event
8:30 a.m. — 7200 S Zero St, Fort Smith, AR — Registration required — Participate in a thrilling race with distances of 5K, 10K, and half marathon.
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Storytime at the Main Library
10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful storytime with stories, songs, and puppetry for children and their caregivers.
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Danny Gokey, We Are Messengers & Jon Reddick Concert
7-10 p.m. — Community Bible Church — Tickets start at $165 — Experience an unforgettable night of music with Danny Gokey, We Are Messengers, and Jon Reddick.
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